Creamy Buffalo Chicken Game Day Dip: 5-Step Ranch Dip
A quick, creamy, and spicy buffalo chicken dip made with rotisserie chicken, cream cheese, buffalo sauce, and ranch dressing. Perfect for game day gatherings and ready in under 20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 8 ounces full-fat cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot)
- 1/2 cup creamy ranch dressing
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
- 2 stalks green onions, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup blue cheese crumbles
Instructions
- Shred the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
- Cut the softened cream cheese into small cubes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese cubes, buffalo sauce, and ranch dressing. Mix with a hand mixer or fork until smooth and uniform.
- Gently fold in the shredded chicken until evenly coated.
- Stir in half of the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Transfer the mixture to a slow cooker or a greased 9-inch pie dish/baking dish.
- Top with the remaining cheddar cheese and blue cheese crumbles.
- If using an oven, cover with foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 5-10 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- If using a slow cooker, set to low and heat for 1-2 hours, stirring occasionally, until hot and creamy.
Notes
Ensure cream cheese is softened to room temperature to avoid lumps. Use freshly shredded cheddar for better melting. For a lighter option, use light cream cheese and low-fat ranch. This recipe is naturally gluten-free if using certified gluten-free sauces.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 850
- Fat: 28
- Saturated Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Protein: 18
Keywords: buffalo chicken dip, game day food, ranch dip, rotisserie chicken, easy appetizer, slow cooker dip, spicy dip, party food